Autumn 2017 fashion trends: The styles to note now for the season ahead
The autumn / winter 2017 fashion season is upon us...
Summer is officially over and a fresh batch of autumn 2017 trends is emerging from around the corner. From futuristic fabrics, to tonal dressing, fashion’s throwing some frivolous, and some revolutionary ideas our way for the new season, allowing us to experiment with new guises - will your first shot be more granny chic or corporate queen? These are the trends worth noting...
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When Karl Lagerfeld built a Chanel rocket launchpad in the middle of the Grand Palais, the trend for space-age fabrics was confirmed. Fluid silver lamé was used for evening dresses at Paco Rabanne, while Christopher Kane used iridescent foil and J.W. Anderson declared chainmail to be the unexpected new party fabric.
Get the gloss
Raf Simons made his debut at Calvin Klein, coating every outerwear option in his collection in clear plastic. Elsewhere, Miu Miu, Roksanda and Fendi also went big on the patent and PVC.
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Tonal time
Roksanda, Preen and more of the big names in London decided that it was time for us to brush up on our colour coordination, championing top-to-toe tonal dressing for all. The key to getting it right for now, it seems, is to offset with one accessory in a contrasting hue.
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Balmoral vibes
Was Her Majesty The Queen on Stella McCartney's moodboard? Yes, it seems, if the quilted green jackets and silk headscarves that dominated on the designer's catwalk are anything to go by. Teamed with heritage checks, the key to making it 2017-ready is all in the proportions.
Corduroy comeback
Prada, Mulberry and Lemaire led the charge for a cord revival, reimagined in new, feminine silhouettes. The new corduroys come in blush, terracotta or teal - a far cry from the geography professors of yesteryear.
Sharp suiting
The top takeaway from the latest round of shows? Get yourself some decent tailoring, stat. For the new season, jackets are more fitted and less shoulder-padded than the last. Celine, Stella McCartney, Calvin Klein and more, say that looking the part is as good as being the part.
Posh plumage
At Prada, Lanvin, Sonia Rykiel and more, fanciful feather trims punctuated evening and daywear options alike. Team with more rich textures for a haberdasher’s dream dress come party season.
Granny knits
If Christopher Kane says the cardigan is back, who are we to argue? His come readily pilled with shiny buttons, while Gucci even teamed theirs with Nanna’s pearls.
Backstage at Paris Fashion Week AW17
